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Mean Well DCWN06C-12 DC-DC Converter - 6W 36~72V DC in 12V out 500mA

SKU DCWN06C-12

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Overview

DCWN06C-12 is the ±12V output model of this series: rated power 6W, typical efficiency 85%.

SCWN06 and DCWN06 series are 6W isolated and regulated module type DC-DC converter with DIP24 package. It features international standard pins, a high efficiency up to 87%, wide working temperature range -40~+ 90℃, 3 KVDC I/P-O/P isolation voltage, Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 radiated Class A without additional components, continuous-mode short circuit protection, etc. The additional components, models account for different input voltage 9~18V, 18~36V and 36~72V 2:1 wide input range, and various output voltage, 3 . 3V /5V/12V/15V for single output and ±5V/±12V/±15V for dual outputs, which are suitable for all kinds of systems, s uch as industrial control, telecommunication field, distributed power architecture, and so on.

Features

DIP24 package with industry standard pinout
2:1 wide input range
Operating temperature range -40 ~ +90℃
No minimum load required
Comply to BS EN/EN55032 radiated Class A without additional components
High efficiency up to 87%
Protections: Short circuit (Continuous) / Overload / Input under voltage
3KVDC I/O isolation
3 years warranty

Specifications

DCWN06C-12Specifications from the official datasheet (2024-04-30 edition)

INPUT

INPUT VOLTAGE (RANGE): Normal 48V (36 ~ 72V)
INPUT CURRENT NO LOAD: 8mA
INPUT CURRENT FULL LOAD: 148mA
VOLTAGE RANGE: 36~72Vdc
SURGE VOLTAGE (100ms max.): 12Vin models : 25Vdc ; 24Vin models : 50Vdc ; 48Vin models : 100Vdc
FILTER: Pi type
PROTECTION (Typ.): Fuse recommended. 12Vin models: 1.6A Fast-Acting Type, 24Vin models: 1A Fast-Acting Type, 48Vin models: 0.5A Fast-Acting Type
INTERNAL POWER DISSIPATION: 500mW

OUTPUT

OUTPUT VOLTAGE: ±12V
OUTPUT CURRENT: ±0 ~ 250mA
EFFICIENCY (TYP.): 85%
CAPACITOR LOAD (MAX.)^{* For each output}: *2200μF
VOLTAGE ACCURACY: ±1.5%
RATED POWER: 6W
RIPPLE & NOISE^Note.2: 50mVp-p
LINE REGULATION^Note.3: ±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION^Note.4: Single output models:±0.5%, Dual output models:±1%
SWITCHING FREQUENCY (Min.): 100KHz

PROTECTION

SHORT CIRCUIT: Protection type : Continuous, automatic recovery
OVERLOAD: 120 ~ 250% rated output power Protection type : Recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
UNDER VOLTAGE LOCKOUT Start-up voltage: 12Vin: 8.8Vdc, 24Vin: 17Vdc, 48Vin: 34Vdc
UNDER VOLTAGE LOCKOUT Shutdown voltage: 12Vin: 8Vdc, 24Vin: 16Vdc, 48Vin: 31Vdc

ENVIRONMENT

COOLING: Free-air convection
WORKING TEMP.: -40 ~ +90℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
CASE TEMPERATURE: +100℃ max.
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -40 ~ +100℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
TEMP. COEFFICIENT: 0.03% / ℃ (0 ~ 90℃)
SOLDERING TEMPERATURE: 1.5mm from case of 1 ~ 3sec./260℃ max.
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC ( Note.5)

SAFETY STANDARDS: EAC TP TC 020/2011 approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: I/P-O/P:3KVDC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: I/P-O/P:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
ISOLATION CAPACITANCE (Typ.): 250pF
EMC EMISSION: Parameter Standard Test Level

Conducted BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) N/A
Radiated BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) Class A
EMC IMMUNITY: Parameter Standard Test Level

ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 2, ±8KV air, ±4KV contact
Radiated Susceptibility BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 2, 3V/m
EFT/Bursts BS EN/EN61000-4-4 Level 1, 0.5KV
Surge BS EN/EN61000-4-5 Level 1, 0.5KV Line-Line
Conducted BS EN/EN61000-4-6 Level 2, 3V(e.m.f.)
Magnetic Field BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 2, 3A/m

Parameter	Standard	Test Level
Conducted	BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32)	N/A
Radiated	BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32)	Class A

Parameter	Standard	Test Level
ESD	BS EN/EN61000-4-2	Level 2, ±8KV air, ±4KV contact
Radiated Susceptibility	BS EN/EN61000-4-3	Level 2, 3V/m
EFT/Bursts	BS EN/EN61000-4-4	Level 1, 0.5KV
Surge	BS EN/EN61000-4-5	Level 1, 0.5KV Line-Line
Conducted	BS EN/EN61000-4-6	Level 2, 3V(e.m.f.)
Magnetic Field	BS EN/EN61000-4-8	Level 2, 3A/m

OTHERS

MTBF (Typ.): 1800Khrs MIL-HDBK-217F(25℃)
DIMENSION (L*W*H): 31.8*20.3*10.2mm (1.25*0.8*0.4 inch)
CASE MATERIAL: Non-Conductive black plastic (UL 94V-0 rated)
PACKING: 12.4g ; 10pcs/per tube, 600pcs/60 tube/per carton

Test conditions and notes5

1.All parameters are specified at normal input(A:12Vdc, B:24Vdc, C:48Vdc), rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
2.Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1μf & 47μf capacitor.
3.Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
4.Load regulation is measured from 10% to 100% rated load for SCWN06, 25% to 100% rated load for DCWN06.
5.The final equipment must be re-confirm that it still meet EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.”(as available on http://www.meanwell.com)

Technical drawings

DCWN06C-12 Plug Assignment — Plug Assignment

Typical applications

Downloads

Certificates3

CE Certificate(SCWN/DCWN-06)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate(SCWN/DCWN-06)(EN) PDF Download

EAC Certificate(EN) PDF Download

Catalogues2

Mean Well DC-DC Catalog PDF Download

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the DCWN06C-12 for a 12V automation device on a 36-72V DC system?

Yes, this converter is designed for dual ±12V output from a 36-72V DC input source. It provides up to ±0.25A with a 6W rating, so it fits low-power automation devices that stay within those output limits.

Is the DCWN06C-12 appropriate for powering a small 12V embedded subsystem inside industrial equipment?

It is appropriate for compact ±12V embedded subsystems that need regulated output from a higher-voltage DC bus. With dimensions of 31.8 x 20.3 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 12.4g, it is suited to space-constrained equipment designs.

Can this converter be used for 12V signal-conditioning or monitoring modules?

It can be used for ±12V signal-conditioning or monitoring modules if the total load does not exceed ±0.25A and 6W. The constant-voltage ±12V output makes it better suited to stable low-power electronics than to variable or higher-demand loads.

Can the DCWN06C-12 work in equipment exposed to very low or very high temperatures?

The specified operating temperature range is -40C to +90C, so it is designed for broad temperature conditions in industrial environments. That temperature capability helps when the converter is used inside equipment that sees cold starts or elevated internal heat.

What is the difference between the DCWN06C-12 and the other models in the same series?

The DCWN06C-12 shares the same 6W rating, 31.8 x 20.3 x 10.2 mm dimensions, 12.4g weight, and -40C to +90C operating temperature range as the other DCWN06C versions. The difference is the output: this model is ±12V at ±0.25A, while the DCWN06C-05 is ±5V at ±0.5A and the DCWN06C-15 is ±15V at ±0.2A.

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